A Quick and Easy DIY Christmas Ornament to Make with Your Kids
Are your looking to make a quick and easy DIY Christmas ornament with your kids this holiday season?
This one checks all the boxes! It’s quick, easy, cute, simple, fun and cheap!
Every year, I love to create a handmade gift with my daughter.
It’s a wonderful way to teach the importance of gifting (and not always receiving!) and I’m a big fan of teaching my daughter the joy that comes with gifting something that is homemade.
It’s important to choose age appropriate projects and to not choose crafts that are overwhelming, too difficult, or ones that will not hold their attention.
This DIY Christmas ornament is perfect for little ones.
They can do it mostly on their own with minimal help for you.
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Supplies
For this project, you’ll need just a few simple materials:
- scissors
- clear glass (or plastic) ornaments
- fake snow
- faux evergreen branches
- velvet ribbon
How To
Here’s how to make this quick and easy DIY Christmas ornament with your kids:
- Cut a small piece of pine off the faux evergreen branch.
- Stuff the piece of pine into the clear ornament.
- Add some fake snow to the ornament.
- Put the cap back on the ornament.
- Tie a velvet ribbon around the top of the ornament so it can be hung on the tree.
It’s really that simple! To make the ornament extra special, sprinkle in a little glitter.
To make the ornament extra, extra special, include a little rolled up note or drawing from your child inside the ornament.
This adds a special touch that will be cherished by the recipient (especially if the recipient is grandma!)!
Final words on this quick and easy DIY ornament to make with your kids…
These ornaments make the perfect gift for teachers, neighbors, and grandparents.
They also make the cutest gift toppers and add a festive touch to your gift wrapping.
Happy crafting and enjoying spreading holiday cheer with your little one this year!
